City of Smyrna burns during Greco-Turkish War in 1922

The transcript describes a city rapidly changing and becoming unrecognizable. Refugees escape the inferno by reaching the waterfront, where boats take them to safety. From the harbor, they reflect on the destruction of their home, which was engulfed in an unchecked blaze for three days and nights.

What was the initial reaction of the city to the unfolding events?

• The city celebrated the events.

• The city remained calm and orderly.

• The city quickly became chaotic and destructive.

• The city was evacuated immediately.

How did the refugees manage to escape the inferno?

• They ran to the mountains.

• They hid in underground shelters.

• They were rescued by helicopters.

• They reached the waterfront and took small boats.

Where did the small boats take the refugees?

• To a neighboring country.

• To a nearby island.

• To the fallen gun boats anchored in the harbor.

• To the other side of the city.

What did the refugees do after reaching the gun boats?

• They immediately sailed away.

• They looked back at their burning city.

• They planned a counterattack.

• They contacted the authorities.

How long did the blaze continue in the city?

• For a few hours.

• For three days and nights.

• For a week.

• For one day.